A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Payables Deputy to support the Head of Accounts Payable in leading a large AP function within a high-volume Shared Services environment. This is a senior management role focused on operational excellence, process optimisation, automation, and stakeholder management.Requirements
NQF Level 7 qualification in Accounting, Finance, or related field
8-10 years' experience in Finance, Accounts Payable, Transport Distribution (TD), or Payables environments
Strong Shared Services experience
Proven leadership experience managing large teams
Strong Accounts Payable, vendor reconciliations, and invoice processing expertise
Experience with SAP, Vendor Invoice Management (VIM), ReadSoft, or similar automation tools advantageous
Advanced Excel and Data Analytics skills
CA(SA) qualification advantageous
Lead and support Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, statement reviews, and balance validation
Drive process improvement and automation initiatives across the AP function
Ensure compliance with finance policies, procedures, and controls
Partner with stakeholders to improve efficiency and service delivery
Support the Accounts Payable Head in managing team performance and operational delivery
Strong leadership and people management skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Strong process and controls mindset
Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving capability
Ability to influence and deliver results in a fast-paced, matrix environment
Desired Skills:
Payables Deputy (12-Month Contract)
Payables Deputy (12-Month Contract)
Payables Deputy (12-Month Contract)